05/01/2005 - The Environment
Agency is seeking enthusiastic people with
a passion for the environment around them
to help shape the future of its work.
Two of our committees in the Midlands are
looking for new members. The Regional Fisheries,
Ecology and Recreation Advisory Committee
(RFERAC), and Regional Environmental Protection
Advisory Committee (REPAC) provide a link
between the Agency, industry, recreational
water users and the public. Each committee
aims to reflect the diversity of the Midlands
region and meets four times a year during
office hours, usually in Solihull. Some
of these meetings include site visits. There
is no salary, but travel expenses are paid.
Whatever their background, views and interests,
membership promises the chance to fulfil
an important and fascinating community role,
advising and monitoring the leading public
body protecting and improving the environment
in England and Wales, and helping to ensure
that we take everyone’s needs into account.
REPAC advises the Agency on its performance,
its policy development and work priorities,
acting as a focus group representative of
the wide range of interests affected by
our activities, including issues such as
water resources and quality, waste and contaminated
land.
RFERAC advises on the maintenance, improvement
and development of fisheries, conservation,
navigation, ecology and recreation.
Regional Strategy Manager, Nick King, says:
"Knowing you’ve made a difference to
the world we live in brings a real sense
of achievement. Membership of either of
these committees offers you an opportunity
to do just that. Our committees play a vital
role in our work and their members make
a significant contribution.
"We are seeking people who share our
passion for the environment. We all want
a better environment for our children and
grandchildren to live in. Come and help
us make it happen."
An application pack can be obtained from
Sam Todd by calling 0121 711 5870 or sending
an e-mail to sam.todd@environment-agency.gov.uk
The closing date for applications is 31
January 2005. Informal interviews are expected
to be held on 7th and 14th March 2005 (REPAC)
and 10th and 15th March 2005 (RFERAC).
